Tagpas (en. Cut)

/ˈtaɡpas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A cut or reduction back to a previous level.
Due to the cutting of his wound, he needed immediate care.
Dahil sa tagpas ng kanyang sugat, siya'y nagkaroon ng pangangailangan sa agarang pangangalaga.
A summary or excerpt that emphasizes a key part of a text.
The cut of his speech contained important information.
Ang tagpas ng kanyang pananalita ay naglalaman ng mahahalagang impormasyon.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'tap' which means to cut

Common Phrases and Expressions

cut the line
The valuelessness or cessation of a service.
tagpas ang linya

Related Words

cut
Related to cutting or severing.
putol
slice
A specific cut, often used in cooking.
hiwa

Slang Meanings

Together until the end or always with others.
Let’s study together, through thick and thin!
Sama-sama tayong mag-aaral, tagpas sa hirap at ginhawa!
Found the right person to be with.
It's like we're meant for each other in this relationship!
Parang tagpas kami sa relasyon, talagang bagay na bagay!
When everything is perfectly aligned with plans or partnerships.
Everything is perfectly set in our project, no mistakes!
Tagpas ang lahat sa project namin, walang sablay!